Amazingly, the simple sport of kayak fishing has proven to be a powerful source of rehabilitation for thousands of wounded veterans across the country.

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Our freedoms come at a big sacrifice. Together, we can help wounded warriors gain the freedom they fought to protect. FREEDOM CAPTURED.

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Captain James "Jim" Dolan was awarded the American Airlines Order of the Eagle Award for his service as founder and president of Heroes on the Water. The award is presented yearly to three or four American Airlines pilots out of 10,000 who exemplify Service above Self, Heroism in the Air, and Service to Company.

Describing servant leadership, Captain John Hale, Vice President Flight, Chief Pilot American Airlines, stated it is where "me" gives way to "we", and success is an all-or-nothing proposition. From the Navy Seal standpoint, it is their pledge "to defend those who are unable to defend themselves," and "leave no man behind". Captain Hale referenced Robert Greenleaf's theory stating,"no one will completely trust you as a leader if they don't witness you acting, ultimately as a servant."

Captain Hale acknowledged that recipients of the Order of the Eagle Award are representative of the Greenleaf model of true servant leadership. "They had to meet uncertainty with faith, and that faith had to be not only in their own abilities, but also in those of their team. They served best not only from the front, but also from the supporting role that grants trust and authority and if called for, fulfilling a subservient role themselves for the good of all. They had no assurance regarding the outcome, just faith in doing what was right for everyone."

Captain Dolan's noble purpose in healing the physical and emotional rehabilitation of our honored military personnel by founding and serving with the Heroes on the Water organization epitomizes Greenleaf's model.

"Always a servant leader, Jim sought out a way to help thousands of our esteemed service members who return home with physical and emotional injuries that threaten their self-worth. Armed with your leadership abilities and love of the outdoors, you have forever transformed the lives of our wounded warriors. Heroes on the Water motto is "Paddle, Fish, Heal." Pretty simple, but it is powerful to how the program makes such a difference in the lives of our military personnel who have given so much to our country and for our freedom. That legacy which Jim began with Heroes on the Water will outlast us all and will continue to make a difference in the lives of our military personnel. In the cockpit and in the community, Jim is a consummate professional, and I am proud today to honor you for your outstanding vision and dedication."

We are grateful for Jim's heart to give back and his dedicated efforts to grow and sustain Heroes on the Water so thousands of wounded warriors will have access to the program yearly!